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The Heat Dome, Climate Anxiety and Oregon’s Future

Provided by: The Oregonian |Published on: April 17, 2023
Podcasts Grades 9-12

Synopsis

  • This podcast discusses the role of climate change in the deadly 2021 heat wave in the Portland area, the likelihood of a similar event occurring again, and the impact of this on the mental health of young people.
  • Students will learn why the heat wave was as deadly as it was and will take a look at how the lack of young voices in policy-making is contributing to youth anxiety.
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Subjects: Earth and Space Sciences, Civics
Authors: Beat Check with The Oregonian
Region: North America, USA - West, United States, Oregon, Willamette Valley / Portland Metro - Oregon
Languages: English

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